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A.K. CHATURVEDY

A.K. CHATURVEDY

Kanpur

Summary

Dynamic and visionary educational leader with a stellar track record at Sainik School Etawah, driving excellence in curriculum innovation, strategic planning, and military-integrated education. Certified CBSE Resource Person, and trained by IITE Gandhinagar in cutting-edge pedagogical practices and STEM education. Demonstrates proficiency in NEP 2020 implementation, value integration, and data-driven academic leadership. Adept at fostering student welfare, inclusive education, and community engagement, while building high-performing teams. Recognized for strengthening institutional branding, promoting character education, and leading transformational initiatives aimed at nurturing future-ready citizens.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal

Sainik School Etawah
03.2024 - Current
  • As the Founder Principal, I played a pivotal role in conceptualizing and executing this innovative institution dedicated to grooming India’s future military leaders.
  • Through strategic planning, effective execution, and a strong team effort under my leadership, the school earned national recognition as one of the top three new Sainik Schools in India.
  • Designed and implemented a rigorous, balanced curriculum that seamlessly integrated academic excellence with military training and leadership development.
  • Supervised the planning and establishment of modern infrastructure catering to both educational and physical training requirements, including classrooms, hostels, parade grounds, and sports facilities.
  • Identified, recruited, and trained a team of competent educators and trainers capable of delivering a specialized, military-oriented curriculum.
  • Launched targeted outreach initiatives to attract meritorious students with a strong aptitude for academic achievement and military discipline.
  • Planned and conducted various events, training activities, excursions, and seminars to actively engage students, faculty, parents, and other stakeholders, fostering a cohesive and motivated institutional community.
  • Built and nurtured strategic relationships with the Ministry of Defence, mentor institutions, local authorities, and community leaders to ensure long-term institutional success and support.
  • Successfully coordinated inspection visits by agencies such as QCI and the designated mentor school, ensuring full compliance with operational, academic, and quality benchmarks.

Director, New Education

VSSD College Kanpur
Kanpur
06.2018 - 02.2024
  • Drove strategic planning and academic innovation, aligning institute practices with NEP 2020 goals.
  • Cultivated critical thinking, character development, and discipline to promote academic excellence.
  • Spearheaded ICT lab and smart classroom development, advancing digital transformation initiatives.
  • Promoted digital literacy and blended education, ensuring equitable access to essential skills.
  • Conducted regular faculty training to enhance digital pedagogy and experiential learning methods.
  • Integrated SDG themes into classroom practices, fostering socially responsible educators.
  • Facilitated targeted exam preparation through mentorship and structured modules for competitive exams.
  • Delivered career counseling focused on public service and informed decision-making.

DGM Training

Ironman SS Pvt. Ltd
NOIDA
05.2014 - 01.2018
  • Spearheaded pan-India fire safety, QRT, first aid, and evacuation training programs for over 2,500 personnel.
  • Managed mobilization, training, certification, and fund disbursal for Ironman SS Pvt. Ltd.'s SSSDC project.
  • Developed skill modules in accordance with national vocational standards to facilitate job-ready learning.
  • Ensured compliance with policies, managed payroll, and resolved grievances to uphold organizational discipline.
  • Coordinated deployment planning and client relations for critical projects.
  • Oversaw recruitment, training, and placement initiatives for major projects including Reliance Jamnagar and NOIDA SEZ.
  • Conducted pre-placement grooming sessions to enhance success rates in public and private sector employment.
  • Collaborated with SSSDC and local authorities for project approvals, policy adherence, and reporting.

Director

Chanakya the achievers' academy
Gorakhpur
05.2008 - 12.2013
  • Established and operated premier coaching institute in Gorakhpur, focusing on NDA, CDSE, Banking, SSC, and Railway examinations.
  • Achieved remarkable success rate in national-level competitive exams.
  • Designed and conducted intensive Pre-SSB orientation programs for NDA and CDSE candidates.

Sub Inspector

BORDER SECURITY FORCE
Gwalior
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Joined BSF as Sub Inspector to serve nation in diverse capacities.
  • Achieved excellent service record as Platoon Commander with meritorious recognitions.
  • Executed Counter Insurgency Operations in Jammu and Kashmir over two years, yielding significant results.
  • Oversaw operations at Matkula post in Akhnoor, recognized for high threat level, ensuring peace.
  • Managed all aspects of post operations, including deployment planning and leave management.
  • Coordinated mess and vehicle management to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Led training programs for subordinates to enhance performance and readiness.
  • Facilitated VIP visits and conducted real-time reporting for operational transparency.

Education

Masters - in Arts in English (Pursuing)

IGNOU
LUCKNOW
01.2025

Certificate - Computing

Aptech Vidya Academy
Gwalior
01.2021

Bachelor - Education, Teachers Training

Lucknow University
Lucknow
06.2019

Masters - Business Administration (Operations Management)

ICFAI
01.2008

Bachelors - Journalism and Mass Communication

DDU GKP University
Gorakhpur
01.2008

Masters - Journalism and Mass Communication

ICDEOL, HP University
01.2007

Instructor Grade - Platoon Weapon Course

CSWT
Indore
01.2002

Bachelors - Arts

DDU GKP University
Gorakhpur
01.2000

Skills

  • Strategic educational leadership
  • Curriculum design and implementation (NEP 2020 aligned)
  • Staff capacity building and continuous professional development
  • Process improvements
  • Performance improvement
  • Student welfare and inclusive education
  • Regulatory compliance and policy adherence (CBSE, MoD, NEP)
  • Data-driven decision making and academic analytics
  • Financial planning and budgetary control
  • Parent and community engagement
  • Instructional supervision and pedagogical innovation
  • Institutional branding and public relations
  • Safety and security procedures

Special Trainings

  • IITE Gandhinagar

Academic administrators training 'Prajjwal' for all India New Sainik School principals

  • ISTM (Govt. of India)

CBSE resource person training

  • IITE Gandhinagar

 Eklavya 30, STEM Education

  • St. John Ambulance

First Aid training 

  • NSDC (Govt. Of India)

Master Trainer Fire Fighting

Affiliations

Civil Defence Corps

  • Supported National Disaster Response Force during emergencies, including floods and earthquakes.
  • Coordinated recruitment of volunteers and wardens, ensuring completion of training and police verification.
  • Organized demonstrations for rescue operations amid air raids and conducted first aid and fire fighting training.

National Cadet Corps

  • Under officer
  • Attended Republic Day Camp 2000
  • NCC C certification with a B grade

Accomplishments

  • DGCR / Parakram Padak for foiling an infiltration attempt on the Matkula post of the Akhnoor border in Jammu on 01/17/07, this was supported by an ambush of Pakistani Rangers Along with the team detected the infiltration attempt and successfully repulsed the attack. I got wounded while returning fire, but despite that, I saved the area from being breached, and the terrorist fled to Pakistan
  • Naresh Yadav Trophy for being outstanding in drill and commanding the passing out parade of SI/DE-46 BSF Academy, Tekanpur, Gwalior
  • Best shot for securing marksman grading in all platoon-level weapons shooting
  • Commandant's cash reward for standing first in the essay writing competition
  • Yuva Chetna Award in 2000 at Gorakhpur for social responsibility acts
  • Participated in the Republic Day Parade in 2000
  • Received a number of recognitions from the Vice Chancellor, the District Magistrates
  • Out of turn appraisal in six months after joining IRONMAN, promoted to DGM (Ops), and gained a salary hike of 50%

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 07/15/81
  • Marital Status: Married

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Principal

Sainik School Etawah
03.2024 - Current

Director, New Education

VSSD College Kanpur
06.2018 - 02.2024

DGM Training

Ironman SS Pvt. Ltd
05.2014 - 01.2018

Director

Chanakya the achievers' academy
05.2008 - 12.2013

Sub Inspector

BORDER SECURITY FORCE
01.2004 - 01.2008

Masters - in Arts in English (Pursuing)

IGNOU

Certificate - Computing

Aptech Vidya Academy

Bachelor - Education, Teachers Training

Lucknow University

Masters - Business Administration (Operations Management)

ICFAI

Bachelors - Journalism and Mass Communication

DDU GKP University

Masters - Journalism and Mass Communication

ICDEOL, HP University

Instructor Grade - Platoon Weapon Course

CSWT

Bachelors - Arts

DDU GKP University

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